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Styria, the last time we spoke in person your 6.9 was sitting under a pile of doona covers in the garage awaiting a re-build to the rear end. Any progress or will this be you 2014 project? Regards, Brian

Probably not for the Maxxis crowd as a variety of sizes is already available here; more for those looking for an odd size or a European brand. Longstone Tyres of the UK have been appointed official distributors for a range of companies in Australia and NZ - http://www.longstonetyres.co.uk/ In...

On behalf of a friend. •129xxx km •full dealer/specialist service history •original first aid kit & safety triangle •factory fire extinguisher •cold A/C •power windows & cruise control (doesn't work) •$5k to an enthusiast owner (rego due Nov '13) 1977 280SE. White ext. Blue MB-Tex. The car is...

I was asked today which tyre I had intended to put on the 450. Just for the public record it was the Maxxis MA-P1 205/70/14 - H rated. $110 fitted with new valve stems etc. http://www.maxxistyres.com.au/tyredetails.php?id=4&cat=1 Regards, Brian

Forget the "red pig"; this is far more exciting! http://www.bloodhoundssc.com/ Regards, Brian

Becker Grand Prix for sale. Radio + single slot CD. About 5 years old. Not compatible with IPhone 5. Replaced by an Alpine for phone compatibility. The quality of the sound from the Becker is superior but they are no longer made and upgrades to IPhone 5 are not available. Suitable for a...

Anyone driving down Parramatta Road past the old Damelian showroom would have noticed that the area is stocked with a hundred or so new MGs and that the showroom now bears the octagonal MG logo. It seems that the importer has not yet received homologation with ADRs and so there are no compliance...

The two cars I had for the weekend. One was fun to drive - the other guaranteed a parking spot! Yes, I have obscured the number plate on the Audi to protect the guilty. Regards, Brian

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSk-AN1pNcg

Here is Styria, Julie and the Jazz at today's RROCA Drive and Be Driven Day - And Styria wondering if this 20/25 will look good in his driveway - Regards, Brian

and you thought the M-B Museum was pretty hot? Have a look at this collection - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFcNlBl_cjc Regards, Brian

http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=Z1YoCfm7nxU Regards, Brian

Wanted to buy - window regulator - rear window. 450SE. Regards, Brian

My neighbour has a 380SL in immaculate condition and has been buying parts from - http://www.ecklersmbzparts.com/ He says parts always come within 7 days and packed correctly. This site may be of use to someone here. Regards, Brian

For the 450SE - NGK or Bosch plugs? I'm currently using Bosch and will replace them and re-time the engine this weekend. It's just that I hear people say they get a better idle from NGK. Is this true? (Styria, these are for the car - not the bike....OK? ;)) Regards, Brian

OK - my Michelins are now 7 years old with little wear - but obvioulsy due for replacement due to safety. I have a choice of Maxxis, Khumo or Hankook. :eek: These tyres are not H rated so pose some insurance questions. I can get Michelin XWS for $715 each or Vredestein at $419 each... Any...

I went today to my usual after-market supplier of Benz parts but found the rubber inserts are NLA. I tried Repco and ran; all I could get was bright green or pink. Alas, back to Mercedes-Benz who keep them in stock and will ship them over night from Melbourne. The price for the rubber inserts is...

Wanted to buy... 2 driver's side base adjustment handles...you know, the plastic triangular ones... Regards, Brian

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMa3_tT5mKA

Tim - your new car gets a mention on p. 8 of "Star Torque". Well done! Regards, Brian